FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

- What is difference between CPG Sales Solutions and Consultants? CPG Sales Solutions is action & results oriented compared to typical consulting. CPG Sales Solutions is like a “consultant on steroids” that goes far beyond giving observations & proposals, to delivering profitable growth the right way. CPG Sales Solutions is a flexible resource that can be utilized in any number of ways depending on company needs & objectives. We are “Execute”tants, not Consultants!

- What are the minimum programs that CPG Sales Solutions provides, and how long before we see results? We understand that each project with each company is different. For best results it is important to understand in order to attain best results, adequate time & attention is devoted to the project. In many cases, Plan-o-gram review timing with retailers does not necessarily coincide with company-desired timing. Timing is determined in the objectives conference early in discussion. Before agreement is reached we will agree on timing & expectations. Generally, programs with Clients last between 6 months to 4 years.

- If we have a brand/item already in distribution in some retailers, how do you expand & manage the business? CPG Sales Solutions will recommend a course of action once the short term & long term objectives are determined. Typically CPG Sales Solutions will design an expansion plan, a plan to insure distribution is maintained at current retailer(s) and a plan to grow in a multitude of ways. CPG Sales Solutions are experts in account management, hiring brokers to manage the day-to-day customer issues, new item & line extension launches, pricing, trade promotion budgets & management, vendor creation, executive training, trade show planning, etc. dobre repliki

- If we already have a Sales Leader & Organization, does it make sense to still hire CPG Sales Solutions? Absolutely. CPG Sales Solutions can provide any number of services that can augment your current support. Our “Plug & Play” Sales Enhancer option can do everything from managing a channel business to making sales calls & developing sales presentations. replica watches

- How much does it cost to launch a new product at retail? Costs vary by retail channel however a company must be prepared to support new items with slotting allowances, promotional monies, Co-op monies & possible exit strategies. Before making presentation to retailers, it would helpful to consult with CPG Sales Solutions.

- Does CPG Sales Solutions work with any client? No. CPG Sales Solutions is selective to insure the manufacturer desiring services is the right fit. Clients must be willing to commit adequate resources to match desired outcomes. There are a number of criteria that we look at: on-going brand support, point of difference versus competition, & innovation.

- Will CPG Sales Solutions take on a client strictly on “Pay for Performance?” No. To understand the Consumer Products Industry, a client needs to understand that there is a great amount of time, effort, & planning that goes into brand launches & expansion into a National business. Hiring CPG Sales Solutions is hiring a Senior Level Sales Executive at a greatly reduced cost. cheap replica watches

- How long has CPG Sales Solutions been in business? CPG Sales Solutions was founded in 2014, however the support work in developing business at an astronomic rate at all sizes of companies has been conducted since 1985. In fact, Randy Flannery has positively influenced over 200 brands at retail over the last 35 years.